LOGIC MODELS 101 MARIE BARNARD, Ph.D.
April 9, 2015
OBJECTIVES
Describe a logic model
Understand the value of a logic model in a grant application
Identify the key components of a logic model
Examine examples of logic models
Be able to develop a logic model
LOGIC MODELS
Developed in evaluation science
Grounded in theory of change – does a program work??
Core of planning and evaluation
Provides a common framework
LOGIC MODELS
A ONE page summary of a program in words and graphics
Describes the sequence of activities thought to bring about change
Demonstrates how program activities are linked to anticipated program results
INPUTS
OUTPUTS
OUTCOMES
LOGIC MODEL – SIMPLEST FORM
A series of IF-‐THEN relationships that explain your theory of change
LOGIC MODELS – COMPONENTS
INPUTS: resources, contributions, investments into program
OUTPUTS: activities, services, events
OUTCOMES: results or changes for individuals to systems
ASSUMPTIONS: the beliefs we have about the program, underlying theories
EXTERNAL FACTORS: the environment in which the program exists
Situation: Individuals with limited knowledge and skills in basic financial management are unable to meet their financial goals and manage money to meet their needs.
INPUTS OUTPUTS OUTCOMES
Extension invests time and resources
We conduct a variety of educational activities targeted to individuals who participate
Participants gain knowledge, change practices and have improved financial well-being
WHAT WE INVEST WHAT WE DO WHAT RESULTS
Example: Financial management program
LOGIC MODELS – OUTCOMES
Source: Innovation Network, Inc.
LOGIC MODELS – FLEXIBLE TOOLS
There is no “BEST” design
Context-‐dependent for best choice of content to include and arrangement of that content
Try several on for size
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
LOGIC MODELS
NSF – “like a blueprint”
POWERFUL COMMUNICATION TOOL
LOGIC MODELS IN GRANT PROPOSALS
Sometimes, but not always required
If required, structure/required elements will be described in the RFP
If not required, consider including one Why? Gets investigative team / partners on same page Easy way to communicate to a program officer what you are thinking to see if your proposal is a good fit with the funding agency
Makes grant writing much easier Helps reviewers understand your proposed project
LOGIC MODELS -‐ TIPS
Focus on cause and effect relationships Visually linking steps of your work – creating a path to solve the problem or answer the questions
KEEP IT SIMPLE – Clarity over confusion! Include only information directly related to theory of change Detail is elsewhere in your proposal Visually pleasing don’t go crazy with graphics, align info horizontally when possible
LOGIC MODELS – WHERE TO BEGIN?
Depends on how you think, how you are approaching your project, why you are creating the logic model
IDEALLY: Consider needs assessment / situational analysis Fit with mission / vision / priorities / capability / theory
LOGIC MODELS – STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Step 1: Long-‐term outcomes
Step 2: Contextual factors (assumptions and external factors)
Step 3: Inputs Step 4: Activities Step 5: Outputs
Step 6: Short-‐term outcomes
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
Example: Statewide Tobacco Control: Smoke-‐free environments
OUTCOMES
Mgrs of public areas/events
Coalition Time Money Partners including youth Research and best practices
Organize and implement Smoke-free campaign
Organize and implement strategy for treating tobacco addiction
Public
Youth Organize and implement strategy to prevent youth tobacco use
Influential others
Demonstrations of support
Reduction in tobacco use and exposure
Change in knowledge, attitude, motivations
Increased knowledge of availability of cessation resources
Increased use of cessation resources
Increased # of quit attempts
SF policies implemented, enforced
Elected officials
Tobacco users • Adults • Youth
Worksite contacts
Parents, schools, etc.
Changes in attitudes and motivations
Increased # of prevention programs, policies adopted, enforcement
Changes in awareness, knowledge and attitudes about SF
Residential owners, mgrs
Increased commitment, support, demand for SF environments
Policy makers Increased commitment to eliminate access Retailers
Change in behaviors
INPUTS ACTIVITIES PARTICIPANTS
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
LOGIC MODEL -‐ EXAMPLE
LOGIC MODELS – WHERE TO BEGIN?
THEORY APPROACH
OUTCOMES APPROACH
ACTIVITIES APPROACH
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